Wastewater Plant Operator II

City of Lodi•Lodi, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Inspects, operates, and maintains the water/wastewater treatment facility. Assists with or is responsible for daily operational controls and monitoring of plant processes. Performs corrective, repair work and general maintenance on plant systems and facility. This is the journey level of the Wastewater Plant Operator class series. Positions in this class possess extensive technical knowledge on plant operations, systems, and processes. It is distinguished from the Operator I level by the extent of technical knowledge and responsibility exercised for plant operations. Positions in this class generally are filled from the I level. Receives direction from higher level staff.

Requirements

Equivalent to the completion of high school.
Completion of courses on wastewater treatment.
Two years of experience in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants or related field.
Possession of a California Grade II Wastewater Treatment Operator certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board may be substituted for the experience up to a maximum of 1 year.
Possession of a Grade II Wastewater Treatment Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board.
Possession of a valid Class C Driver’s License issued from the California Department of Motor Vehicles.
Willingness and ability to work scheduled and emergency overtime and be available on call as required.
Work special events as needed.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the operation and routine maintenance of mechanical equipment, including pumps and electric motors.
Knowledge of basic tools, equipment and methods in maintaining stationary power equipment, pumping systems and electrical systems.
Knowledge of basic water and wastewater treatment processes and the tests used to check the effectiveness of such processes.
Knowledge of principles and methods of water or wastewater treatment, including basic microbiology, chemistry, and hydraulics as applied to wastewater treatment.
Knowledge of mechanics of pumps and motors.
Knowledge of purposes and uses of tools and equipment used in the overhaul, repair, adjustment, and modification of plant equipment.
Knowledge of chemical and/or biological tests used in monitoring water or wastewater treatment plant processes.
Ability to inspects, operates, and maintains the water/wastewater treatment facility.
Ability to assist with or be responsible for daily operational controls and monitoring of plant processes.
Ability to perform corrective, repair work and general maintenance on plant systems.
Ability to read and interpret gauges and recording devices reflecting plant operations.
Ability to perform mechanical repairs, maintenance work, and modification to equipment used in a wastewater treatment plant.
Ability to use various mechanic’s tools with skill and accuracy.
Ability to learn standard laboratory tests.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in response to operational problems.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Ability to perform technical procedures in plant operation.
Ability to inspect plant operations and detect problems.
Ability to perform lab tests in plant monitoring.
Ability to maintain and repair plant facilities and equipment.
Ability to maintain records accurately and neatly.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted during the course of work.

Responsibilities

Inspects, operates, and maintains the water/wastewater treatment facility.
Assists with or is responsible for daily operational controls and monitoring of plant processes.
Performs corrective, repair work and general maintenance on plant systems.
Reads gauges and makes adjustments to operating controls to meet operating standards.
Performs some lab tests and interprets results for purposes of plant control.
Cleans, adjusts and repacks valves and pumps.
Collects samples for tests.
Monitors delivery of chemicals and materials.
Performs preventative maintenance and repair work on plant equipment.
Maintains grounds and plant building.
Maintains safety checklists.
Instructs subordinate personnel in plant operations.
Sets and monitors alarm systems.
Maintains plant security.
Cleans and adjusts bar screens and comminutors.
Regulates operation of aeration tanks, including return sludge recirculation pumps transferring sludge to digester.
Operates lagoons.
Checks treatment and storage ponds.
Perform other duties related to the operation of the department and the city, including additional duties that enable the department and City to meet the diverse needs of its community.

Benefits

CalPERS Retirement
Deferred Compensation - Three percent (3%) Match
Medical/Dental/Vision/Chiropractic
9/80 Work Schedule
Holiday - An average of 13 paid holidays per year.
Vacation - 2 weeks paid vacation annually, increasing with length of service depending upon the appropriate labor agreement.
Sick Leave - 10 days per year depending upon the appropriate labor agreement.
Administrative Leave - Management/Mid-Management positions receive 80 hours per fiscal year, and specified professional/technical positions receive 40 hours per fiscal year (Pro-Rated).
Health Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision plans are available for employee and dependents. A portion of the premiums may be the employee's responsibility.
Life Insurance and Long Term Disability - The City pays the full premium for employee and dependent life insurance, and offers a long-term disability plan that provides up to approximately 2/3 of an employee's salary.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation - The City of Lodi is a member of the Public Employees' Retirement System (P.E.R.S.). Lodi is not a member of the Social Security System except for the required medical contribution. Employees may participate in a 457 Deferred Compensation program.
Flexible Spending Account - Employees may participate in a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account.